DOD in photos: 2018 | Belleville News-Democrat

Army Col. Sam Lee, United Nations Command Chaplain, performs a blessing of sacrifice and remembrance on the 55 cases of remains returned by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. — Army Col. Sam Lee, United Nations Command Chaplain, performs a blessing of sacrifice and remembrance on the 55 cases of remains returned by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Photo by Army Sgt. Quince Lanford

The men and women of the U.S. military who train and conduct operations around the world are also family members, friends and neighbors with a range of interests. Get a glimpse into their lives and their work as these military photographers offer a chronicle of the year.

This story was originally published December 31, 2018 at 11:46 AM.